Making an herb wreath is a fun way to dry culinary herbs. You can either leave the wreath up all winter and pluck leaves here and there for your recipes or after the leaves dry, remove them to airtight containers that you store in a dark cupboard. The second method better protects the flavors, and … Continue Reading ››

The window behind the couch cranked open, letting cool air rush in. Sweet relief, since the house was still warm from yesterday's heat. My husband poked his head around the kitchen doorway to ask me if I'd planned anything for breakfast just as I started around the edge of the couch. Distracted, I didn't notice … Continue Reading ››